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What’s On in Italy: October 2009

What’s On in Italy: October 2009

by Melanie on 01. Oct, 2009 in Event Roundup, News

October is one of the most beautiful and busy months of the year in Italy. Here are a few things going on this month: International Antiques Fair in Florence. This biannual event will take place through October 4 at the Palazzo Corsini. Almost 100 authenticated antiques sellers from around Italy will be exhibiting their wares. [...]

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Fine Chocolates in Tuscany

Fine Chocolates in Tuscany

by Melanie on 03. Nov, 2007 in Destinations, Food and Wine, Shopping, Tuscany

Just in time for the holidays, the NY Times has a great article about the fine chocolatiers in Tuscany. The article looks at several artisanal chocolate makers in the so-called “Chocolate Valley” (between Florence, Pisa, and Montecatini) including DeBondt, Roberto Catinari, and Amadei. Perhaps the next wave of gastrotourism to hit Italy will be chocolate [...]

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